PPD Beach2Battleship Triathlon
Late last month, contract research organisation (CRO) PPD announced it is to continue its sponsorship of the Beach2Battleship Triathlon in Wilmington, North Carolina - an annual event rated among the top iron-distance triathlons in the world.
“PPD began sponsoring the triathlon to support its employees’ commitment to healthy lifestyles and to help educate the public about the vital role clinical research plays in improving health and saving lives,” PPD CEO David Simmons said. “Along the way, the triathlon weekend has grown into a premier celebration of the Cape Fear region.”
This year’s race took place last week with over 2,000 athletes participating, including over 100 PPD employees.
According to the CRO, the event raises awareness of the importance of participation in clinical trials while simultaneously raising over $4m in funds for local charity Wilmington Family YMCA.